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The National Institute of Building Sciences is gearing up for Building Innovation next month! There are some exciting speakers and programming lined up for our 50th anniversary year, and we're looking forward to our golden anniversary reception on May 22.

We will see you in DC! And remember, once you register, book your hotel room by April 22, 2024 for the room block rate.

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RESILIENCE

Dive into climate change resilience, sustainability in the built environment, building life cycle assessments, and other key topics.

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TECHNOLOGY

Sessions provide the latest insights on topics such as BIM, digital twins, AI, blockchain, and more in the built environment.

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BUILDING PERFORMANCE & SUSTAINABILITY

The experts discuss codes and standards, sustainable design, LEED v5, prefabricated enclosures, and other factors in building performance and sustainability.

ICC and AIA CEUs are pending for education sessions.

KEYWORDS: building science educational sessions

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